Tosyn SPEECHgirl Bucknor

Tosyns Top Five Singles

2009-07-04T05:36:00.000-07:00

Hi guys!

Every once in a while, some singles catch my attention!
This week, i was loving

5. OSI MA GBOMI {GT the guitarman}
4. FOR MY LIFE {Rooftop mcs feat. Tha Suspect}
3. MUST BE {Loose Kaynon}
2. I DON LAND {Dil}
1. I NO FIT SHOUT {Provabs}

How i feel at this moment!

2009-06-30T12:47:00.000-07:00

Lost and Listless
Feeling rudderless and unbalanced
Fearing failure Craving Success
Fearing success Craving Silence
Craving more...searching....hurting...hunting...needing
Making lists, Craving sanity
Wandering...Wondering...Caring...
Peace
Be
Still

Much Ado About an Article

2009-06-22T15:22:00.000-07:00

You know whats worse than someone trying to get your attention?
Giving it to them.

Which is what ive seen a lot of my dear friends and acquaintances do lately.

So someone wrote an article lambasting Nigerian entertainment.
Err..

Hasn’t that been done before? And sometimes, even by the same writer? So why is this one any different? Have DBanj, PSquare, 9ice, Banky W, Terry G, and so on and so for th, not been lambasted before? So why is this one different?
Because he mentioned a lot of names? Or just because? I don’t get!
Do I buy into the article?
No.
I think the fact that Lord Lugards MISTRESS named Nigeria, gives me EVERY right to change its name!
I think that stage names are important to distinguish from the artiste and the individual and I believe there are also examples of older artistes with stage names
I see my dad, who is well over 60, listening to music by artistes like Kel, like Lord of Ajasa, like PSquare, like J Martins and co, and loving it. Hey! He sometimes gives me the news before I hear it!
I know what Rooftop MC’s mean when they say, ‘Ori mi wu, e lagi mo’, and I see no difference between what Loose Kaynon says when he says SWAGGER MI TI POJU, and what Pa Fatai Rolling Dollar says when sings, WON KERE SI NUMBER WA
I see Nigerian artistes who basically have to fend for themselves because structures that should have been put in place where eroded a long time ago!
And I applaud the artistes who find this article annoying.
Me I just don’t get why they are paying it this much attention.

Do they pay us attention when as their fans, we complain that everyone is using the same beat?
Has anyone of them listened to us when we say we are tired of ‘Moet’ ‘Bentley’, ‘Maga’ and other words in their lyrics?
When last did they show they care that inspite of the fact that we cringe when we listen to some of the music they churn out, we still support them wholeheartedly?
Did anyone of them hold a press conference when we joked that we’d rather they didn’t say ‘DJ TRACK 1’ any longer?
When last did they stand up for alternative artistes, for clean music, for live music?

So why are they huffing and puffing now?
What happened to freedom of speech?
Isnt it the same freedom they exercise when they go into the studio and say what they want, how they want it, and then perform it?
Come on!
This article is news. But you know what they say about todays news being non existent yesterday and bin liner tomorrow?
But it would seem a Mission Impossible has now become Mission Accomplished because we continue to twit, facebook and email it!
Let us (for the article was directed at ALL OF US) internalise that anger so we can turn criticism into gold.
On this note I rest my case.
Oun to ba wun anybody lo le fenu e so!

Monday morning.... Wednesday Evening

2009-06-21T21:28:00.000-07:00

The week is a lot longer than Monday to Wednesday, but this week, for me, three interesting things will happen!
Kels album goes on sale nationwide this week, and having listened to some of the singles, and seen the video for the most recent single - TOO FINE, im determined to ask every vendor for a copy!

Im even going to be catching a movie Monday evening with my Naija Twitville peeps! I cant believe it, but we managed to get on Twitter and form a damn village!

And on WEDNESDAY, well, Nigerians will stand up at SWE BAR, and celebrate one of their own who is doing us proud every day of the week, and twice on Sunday!
I have great respect for Tolu Ogunlesi, and congratulate him!

Thank you Ryan!

2009-06-19T15:43:00.000-07:00

This post is about a movie which did at a seating, what others have failed to do for me in long while- made me feel good and what to imagine!

First there was MARLEY AND ME which didn't hit the mark for me!
Then there was HE IS JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU, which really tried, and which TB loved, and which was getting there but still wasn't!
And there was THE PROPOSAL

THere are different kinds of movies and we see them for varied reasons and while in different moods!
Sometimes, you want to see an intellectual movie; its all about the twists and turns and plots!
Other times, you just want your regular run of the mill action- it doesnt have to make sense, there just have to be enough car chases!
Then there are those moments when you want to laugh. Not the giggles of a first date, but the kind of laugh that comes with tears attached.
And once in a while, you want to sit with popcorn, with a bunch of friends from university, and watch a feel-good rom-com that just makes you want to grab someone and plant a kiss on them while laughing happily!

And that is what THE PROPOSAL is- a feel good movie in every sense of it.

Devilishly cute actor with great comedic timing? CHECK
Girl Next Door actress with an uncanny knack for comedy? CHECK
Some cute animal, preferably a dog? CHECK
Fantastic co-actors who are as funny as they are zany? CHECK
A believable but still fairytalistic plot? CHECK
Lovely pictures, Appropriate music, Nice balance of wit, sarcasm and irony? CHECK

IN SHORT! CHECK CHECK CHECK!

Whats the movie about?
Sandra Bullock is Ryan Reynolds boss and she bullies him into agreeing to marry her so she can get a visa and not be departed from America. If it feels like you have heard that story before, it is because you have seen different aspects of that plot from previous movies, but who cares?!

You will like this movie. You will find it funny, and relate with it and root for someone in the movie! And even when you do see the alleged twists coming a mile off, you will still feel warm and gooey and possibly clap at intervals. And when you get up from your seat in that cinema hall, you will want to hug someone, kiss someone, and go to be that night, dreaming dreams, about love and ever afters.

I do have one complaint though- there was only one proper kiss in that movie. And i demand more!

For Mama, Mama, She and Captain

2009-06-15T07:59:00.000-07:00

I dont do death well

I don't mean my dying
I mean reacting to death.

I remember my grandmother died at the age of 90something
I loved that woman and had hung out with her everyday till she died. She told me stories, and showed me love. But she died and i didn't cry. I just folded clothes and cleaned my room.
Then one day, when noone else was home, i cried.

I went to Kogi this January to see Mama Ekundayo. She felt superhuman, like she should be packaged to keep encouraging others. I hugged her frail form and felt safe and ready to take on the world.
Then i heard she died. And i folded clothes and cleaned my room.
Then one random afternoon while watching t.v at home, i saw her picture and the tears came.

I lost someone dear to me. I can't tell you too much about her.
I smoked and drank, but even if you had asked, i could not have told you why.
Then one day i was driving and a song came on the radio, and i cried so hard that i had to park.

Now i don't know when Cousin Wole's tears will come. I loved him so much, and my dad loved him like a brother.
I cry more for my dad than for me.
Im blogging and eating, and texting and laughing.
But one day, the tears will come.
Forgive me if they come when you are there....

For MAMA, MAMA EKUNDAYO, SHE, and CAPTAIN WOLE BUCKNOR
R.I.P
Thank you for being there
Thank GOD for HE knows best

Tosyns Top Five Singles!

2009-06-12T08:46:00.000-07:00

Hi guys!
We play many songs on Top Radio, but every once in a while, some singles catch my attention!
This week, i was loving
5. EGBORO TI DARU {Klever}
4. MUST BE {Loose Kaynon}
3. TOO FINE {Kel feat. Alaye}
2. SAMPLE / EKWE REMIX {Terry Tha Rapman feat. Stereoman and Pherowshuz}
1. IM HOT {Terry tha Rapman}

Downloads available online!
Enjoy the weekend folks!

Tosyn

First Edition of VENUS s.h.a.r.e

2009-05-25T09:15:00.000-07:00

s.h.a.r.e Media Entertainment and Networking, a company dedicated to giving the young Nigerian adult avenues and opportunities to express themselves while networking and making new friends and contacts, through its own events, or via partnerships with like-minded companies and projects, has announced that the first edition of VENUS s.h.a.r.e, a quarterly hang-out for women only, will hold this June, on the 6th, at Swe Bar, City Mall, Onikan.

VENUS s.h.a.r.e aims to give women an opportunity to hang out in a social environment, while networking with a view at making valuable professional contacts, as well as sharing opinions and experiences as women in work places, while also getting access to services and products that are specifically targeted at women. There will also be one (un)lucky male guest who will be put on the hot seat to answer all questions posed by the women!

Sounds interesting? Well, even more so when one realises this is done over food, drinks, light entertainment and great conversation, all provided by women!

Billed to hold every quarter, this first one is proudly supported by Swe Bar, and Rise Networks, and is expected to start at 12pm on Saturday, the 6th of June.

Please send a text to 08023066252 for Registeration Details.

http://www.sharevenus.blogspot.com/

Tosyn went to the awards!

2009-05-20T06:49:00.000-07:00

SO i told you about the winners, but there was so much more i could have told you about! Let's make it a Random THoughts, HHWA edition shall we? And a nod to Banky W inspired this style!

* Hip Hop World took us to a village for the Nominees Party, and while i still think they could have created the village experience in Lagos, i loved the adventure! We had to dress accordingly, and i wore a red dress (woodin thank you), but i got to the place and my hand started itching! It occured to me i should have just channeled my skitsona SIKIRAT, and come there with a wrapper and broom jo!

* I think Naija Blonde is a zombie who cannot get dressed without a dress code. When we realised we could make the awards afterall, she made me scan the invite for a dress code. When we did not find one, she huffed and puffed and panicked and sulked. So we left her at home with her drama, and Tosyn went for the awards instead, in a black top, and a pair of jeans, with some bangles i loaned her. She looked simple but good, and Naija Blonde is coming to a red carpet near you soon!

* I stayed at a hotel, and realised that i love hotels, but they are no fun when you get in at night, dress up, go for an awards show, then come back, only to pack up again cos you're on the first flight out! I took all the shampoo there sha, so when next you see my hair has been washed, say, "Thank You Transcorp!"

* I would have brought this info to you earlier, but Gbemi fell asleep and i couldn't use her laptop at the hotel. So blame her okay?

* People really dressed up for the Awards and it was so good seeing them! I really loved Dayo of Hip TV who has 'dapper' down like mad! And Nikky Laoye was a true rock chick in her performance outfit. The Trybesmen looked good in their white suits, no be lie, and the whole White Suit trend continued with M.I. I liked Julius Agwu's yellow jacket, and DJ Zeez wasn't bad at all oh! Not my wardrobe style, but Terry G definitely has his down to a T, and Lord of Ajasa wasn't bad at all!

WHatever look they went for- simple or glam, hiphop or rock; everyone put thought into it, and the Awards looked colourful!

* It is just that it should have been in Lagos.

HISS!

Love you abuja, but if the Trybesmen perform and you can't stand up and clap, that's an F9 in my books! Omawumi, Kel (with a cameo by Ice Prince), Lord of Ajasa and 9ice, 2shotz and Timaya, M.I and the Loopy Crew, Nikki Laoye...

See artistes giving it their all, and see the crowd sitting. And it wasn't the Abuja crowd o that was even ticking me off. It was the people that left their homes in Lagos, got on a plane to Abuja, then started forming too posh to push!

Sue me, but i was hurt, and i wasn't the only one.

* My favourite act on the night, the best dressed and the funniest and cutest was...

ZION AKANDE

* Backstage did not have the usual craziness expected from backstage at an awards show... and there was alcohol oh! LOL. And i saw a lot happen backstage oh, but i can't talk. Chei! Well, text me sha, maybe i will gbebo for you! And if you were backstage and you need me to keep quiet about you-know-what, then you berrer get my account details from me oh!

* Basketmouth had a good set, and Banky did a good job! Proud of you! And the skit at the beginning? With other artistes songs? That was superb!

* Loved Darey's performance, when it was quiet and with the piano, when it became vibier with the salsa dancers, and when it ended quiet again! A round of applause!

*The best Award Acceptance Speech was from OMAWUMI...TWICE!

She was funny and honest, and almost stole the show.
Thankfully, there was no 'worst' acceptance speech!

* You may not have seen them, but well done to LILY ANYEI, MARY EKPO, and other people who worked hard backstage. Ill be slotting your names in here as i remember them, but well done, well done, well done!

* MTN brought half of their staff to Abuja for the show.

That's all i'm saying.

* Congratulations to KEL, to LORD OF AJASA, to BLACK SOLO, to JESSE JAGS, to NIKKI LAOYE... You are winners in my heart, that's for sure, and KEL, you don't know what i would have done if you had won! Anyway sha, the grind continues!

There is so much more that i could tell you. How i missed T.B every second i was there for example. How i almost cried when Trybesmen performed cos that was more than history for me, that was just pure magic. How i worried i would have a wardrobe malfunction so much that i skipped the object that could have malfunctioned. How i...

Will Tosyn eat her bra straps? (AND OTHER HIP HOP WORLD AWARDS RELATED STORIES)

2009-05-19T12:24:00.001-07:00

You must have seen the list of the winners... or maybe not! So here it is!
The full list, put up besides my earlier predictions. I wonder... I just wonder!

ALBUM OF THE YEAR

I was smart enough not to make a prediction here. My gripe was about Banky's album which should have been on this list, or so i felt. And you can't fault a feeling.
GONGO ASO took this category, and you would have thought he is my cousin with the way i screamed in the hall. That album really was a good album, and i know some wanted M.I to win it, and you know i love M.I to bits, but i can't fault 9ice taking this category. I really can't.

2 ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

I predicted 9ice, and guess what? I WAS RIGHT!
9ice took this category, but the winner on the night was his little baby Zion, who slept all through and looked adorable!

3 SONG OF THE YEAR

I predicted GOOD or BAD by J Martins but I WAS WRONG, cos GONGO ASO took it. And i am wondering why i would even bet against GONGO ASO in the first place. That was the biggest song last year, and even into this year!
Congrats sir!

4 RECORDING OF THE YEAR

We had not thoughts here, but we are screaming a big CONGRATULOBI to ETCETERA for taking this award for MICHELLE!!!

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

We prediced ID CABASA jo, and WE WERE RIGHT!
Come on, the volume of work the guy has is massive, and maybe this year, El Dee, and TY MIX, will give him a run for his money, but ID CABASA took it, and we loved it!

BEST MUSIC VIDEO (AWARD GOES TO DIRECTOR)

I said JUDE OKOYE and I WAS RIGHT. But that was pretty obvious compared with what he was up against. 'ROLL IT' was a fun, well-put together, and beautiful video! But quick question- is HHWA beefing ClARENCE PETERS? None of his videos were nominated. But why?

BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL ALBUM

We said 'err...' cos we really don't know about this category. Timaya won it though, and ruined what would have been a beautiful acceptance speech by making his shout out to his girlfriend a lewd one.
Whatever!

BEST R ‘N’ B/ POP ALBUM

We predicted 9ice, and WE WERE RIGHT!
And we also said, there should be a category for ALTERNATIVE MUSIC so that peopel like ETCETERA and possibly NIKKI LAOYE, can do battle on their own, without fighting with essentially Naija Pop albums!

BEST RAP ALBUM

I predicted M.I, TALK ABOUT IT, and i was right!
He won, and half of us went on stage with him! I couldn't help it, it was such an exciting moment!

BEST COLLABO

I predicted 'STREET CREDIBILITY' with 9ICE and TU FACE but I WAS WRONG. 'GOOD OR BAD' by J MARTINS featuring TIMAYA won, and i did clap for them cos that category was close! Congrats oh! And J MARTINS has another cool single titled 'OWO'. You should definitely listen to it!

BEST RAP SINGLE

I chickened out of making a prediction, and that was cool cos i am not sure i would have guessed right!
KINI BIG DEAL by NAETO C won, so congrats to him, and to the STORM family!

BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE)

I predicted BANKY W and was pretty militant about that! I said if you are going to argue it, come correct, but noone did, and I WAS RIGHT!
BANKY W took it for the marvellous delivery on DON'T BREAK MY HEART
I have to admit though. DAREY's performance of same song at the awards show could have swung it in his favour if voting was done that night!

BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)

I was never hesitant here. I said OMAWUMI would win, and I WAS RIGHT! SHe took it for 'IN THE MUSIC'.

NEXT RATED

I might have been drunk when i predicted YQ but i definitely wasn't when i said, 'OR KEL'. Either way, I WAS WRONG.
OMAWUMI took it, and went on to give the best, most emotional, and funniest acceptance speech in Nigeria's recent history.
Congratulations madam, please send me the rear light so i can rock the car with you!

HIP HOP WORLD REVELATION - Best new artiste

I basically said if M.I did not win this category, i would eat my bra straps. Do i need to?
Sorry people, the bra straps stay intact for I WAS RIGHT!
It was emotional oh and i couldn't help screaming, shouting, jumping, dancing and all! But it started cos a SHORT BLACK BOY spoke up about CROWD MENTALITY and made music lovers SAFE enough to be TEASERS.
He truly is an ANOTI and i am excited about this year!

LYRICIST ON THE ROLL

I WANTED LORD OF AJASA to win, but i PREDICTED that MODE NINE would win and I WAS RIGHT!
It was cool to see M.I, Jesse Jags and co give him a standing ovation as he went on stage to pick it up. And he even gave Jesse props for producing 'NINE', the track the nomination came with. So PEACE in the world of HIP HOP i guess... (Tongue in cheek peeps, Tongue in cheek!)

BEST STREET HOP (single)
I predicted LORD OF AJASA for ESA LO BADE, but O FO KA SIBE by DJ ZEEZ won.
Congrats to DJ ZEEZ and i hope LORD OF AJASA does not get discouraged. Keep making the music mehn!

To the winners, i say well done!
To the other nominees, i say not winning does not mean you are not good, and getting nominated amongst so many others is also a big honour.
Your fans love you inspite of awards okay!
To those who were NOT nominated, remember that aye po gan, and there is enough space for all of us, so keep doing what you do, and know that your fans still notice!

To HIP HOP WORLD AWARDS, i say, thank you for listening to all the comments from last year and for the winners in these categories. This is not the year people will cry and do press releases as to how unfair the awards were. You can't please everybody, but the aim is to always be transparent, and we applaud this year's awards!
Well done!

And to me, i don't even know why i started this line!

(See pictures on WERUNTHINGS.NET)

WHAT I AM LOVING AT THE MOMENT... April 2009

2009-04-06T14:17:00.000-07:00

Forgive me, it is just that i am a Diva; i therefore believe everyone wants to know what i am loving at the moment!

MUSIC
The Nigerian Music Industry for me is full of potential, and while it does seem effervescent now (thanks dad for the 'big' words!), it will settle down soon! It is also nice to actually see an INDUSTRY begin to evolve and one really must give kudos to the people that are working hard behind the scenes to keep things going!

In terms of music, i keep finding new singles, albums and artistes to like. It does not help that i now work at TOP RADIO... it is alarming how many c.ds we receive daily, and even more alarming (but in a positive way), just how good many of these acts are!
Nevertheless, i largely remain unmoved. I am like my grandmother- i know what i like, and i tend to stick to it!
In terms of singles, i am loving Ill Bliss, Kel and Uchie on a Suspect beat- 'MOVE'!
It is the beat, it is the delivery by the individual acts, and it is the fact that it is a fresh fun track to listen to!
I also love the two new singles by the Rooftop MC's; 'SITTING ON THE ROOFTOP' and 'ONE SONG'.
'ONE SONG' has some classic lines though!
"You're in danger...mouse, better call for Penfold!"
"Quick to SNATCH KLEVA SUSPECTs off the streets" (Seeing as it is a song by SNATCHA and KLEVA, and on a SUSPECT beat!)

I also like Kefee's 'KOKOROKO'. It is good to see the music is still as fabulous, even if she is dealing with personal issues at this time!

And one song that is now a karaoke favourite is also on my list- BIG BOY.
It is how Olu starts off by cracking us up. Then El Dee does his thang, and Oladele picks the baton and keeps it going. ('The way we dey burn am, you go think say na benson. Tear rubber everything..well almost everything' 'You all got to save, but me i get it now now'). El Dee comes back to ask, "WHY YOU DEY VEX? IS IT YOUR MONEY?", and Banky brings it home. Yes boss, you are a fine boy, you have too much swagger!
Shame this song didn't get nominated as COLLABO OF THE YEAR at that Awards Ceremony coming soon; you know the song rocks! And that's four artistes on one track, with none outshining the other, and yet, each one delivering a verse that is funny and on point!

Ah well!

There are FINALLY, a number of albums out there now!
There is Kills (still listening, still thinking about reviewing), there is DAREY, there is SUNNY NEJI... list continues! There are the old favourites which are still moving units (did someone say M.I? 9ice? Dbanj maybe?). And there are the albums to look out for... (Ill Bliss? Knighthouse Street Scriptures? Kel?).
But one album that i listened to this afternoon and wondered why the publicist had not been fired for not putting it out there enough is, ABOUNCE's album!
See
You didn't even know ABOUNCE (had an album)!

First off, it is not strictly a COMMERCIAL album; it does not have those guaranteed hit single types on it, and has too many swear words on a few tracks, to make things comfortable for radio presenters! Having said that, it is, A. Good. Album!
The songs are funny and his flow is different. I like the use of wordplay and there were times i wanted to wind down and ask the next driver beside me to listen to a rhyme Abounce just spewed.
So i mean, what is the problem?!
If it is an old album, then it should be re-issued and promoted again. If it is new, then we need a video, singles, interviews... the works!
I know the music indsutry, especially the hiphop market, is now a tough one!
There are so many good artistes out there, and boys are not playing. But i hate to see a good album go down, so i will urge you to try and get a copy of ABOUNCE' album if you can!

I am also loving JENNIFER HUDSON's album, and it is on constant rotation in the car! If you have not bought it yet, ask yourself WHY?!

Another album i listen to consistently, is T.I's album!
I don't know where he has been all my life, but i cannot get enough of LIVE YOUR LIFE, DEAD AND GONE, and the song that has helped me get through a difficult period in my life- NO MATTER WHAT!
Three 'areas' for T.I jo!

And what did we say about artistes?
Dem boku!
Loving them all- short, tall, funny, serious, deep, playful, sexy, cute, ugly.
But my pick for ARTISTE TO WATCH OUT FOR?
S.K.A.L.E.S
Not since seeing M.I perform at a stage near you, have i been moved by an artiste before.
It is the fact that he will get on the stage wit a backpack and even if you were chit-chatting when he got on, he will make you notice him and shut up! Without anything more than his rap!
It is the fact that in person, he is shy, retiring and humble, and yet you know that there are things going on beneath the surface!
It is the fact that i like what he says, because he means what he says, and he says it like he means it!
That's my artiste to watch out for, and i'm going to do all i can to ensure you see that boy perform. Mehn!

TELEVISION
I used to be a t.v addict oh!
I have not been following my favourite shows as before though... can't tell you why!
(NPT)

Anyways!
When i can, i still like to watch CHUCK (which is so funny, i hate that i only started watching it from Season 2), and UGLY BETTY . But one of the shows i truly like is the SALT 'n' PEPA SHOW
What?
Yup!
Remember them back when they spoke about sex?
Well, they all 'growed' up now, and it is fun to watch how different they (still) are!
One is born again, the other is...well, shall we see, still finding religion?
One is happily married (we hope), while the other is still looking for that romantic thug! (cough)
One is a bit laidback about their career, while the other really wants to get going!
One has grown up, the other is still Petress Pan!
I love it!

EVENTS

Tee Gee 1st Tee is a monthly show at the galleria which features one main act, and several other performers, putting up a FREE concert for fans and possibly critics!
I love it!

Fans buy the albums, go for shows, and buy merchandise to support their loved artistes all the time, so it is nice for artistes to once in a while, get on stage and ask nothing, but that the fans show up!
I love that there is no V.I.P seating, and infact, no seating at all sef!
The vibe is fresh and fun, and both editions that have held have had a different vibe; none better than the other, just different!
The free alcohol doesn't hurt either. May we get free coke as well though?
Some of us don't drink.
At least not in public.
On a week night.
At a show.

But now i digress!

Another event i thoroughly enjoyed even though i sat down half as a proud sister, and half as a partner, was the ZAPPHAIRE BRIDAL WORKSHOP, which held at LYDOS BAR, in March!
It was nice to have people like Debola Lewis, Tee-A, Tara, Funke herself, Omoyemi Akerele and Body Lawson, speak about things to expect, plan and look out for, before, on and after a wedding! Shout out also to this site
aja.la
I also liked the stands which had various event and allied service providers on hand! I loved the Abiola aso-oke and Buckstone stand, and also Beyond Faces, Water to Wine, and bay Bloom Ltd (they deliver your aso-ebi and invites for you so you don't have to worry!)
My favourite speaker was the representative from Aja.la Travels!

She is older than i am, but that day, i felt like a proud mom!

Up next is a workshop for Event Planners so please be on the look out for that!

I also liked the SUNDAY AT THE BAY one year anniversary hang out in March!
Cool tshirts by the way! I rock mine all the time!

Then, the SWE BIRTHDAY BASH for BANKY W was really sweet and nice!
i enjoyed myself thoroughly, and i hope Banky did too!

PEOPLE

New friends, new acquaintances, and new colleagues, and i am enjoying meeting them all!
Special shout out to T.B by the way!
I should write a book, or poem or something! Shouldn't i?

LIFE

Yes!
I am loving life!
And the new job!
And my blog!
And my other blog
www.myfictionalbreakup.blogspot.com

And everything and anything in between!

It is in the Weight

2009-04-01T20:45:00.001-07:00

Want to know if I am happy?
It is all in the weight. Or lack of it.
Other people comfort eat when depressed. I just drop.
Everything in general, but weight to be specific.
I stop eating. Simply because I cannot taste food, and sometimes, the very thought of it, makes me want to throw up. It is like the sorrow in my heart somehow translates to an inability to open my mouth. I do not want to speak, and I do not want to eat. Quite often, I do not even want to get up, move, talk, function, live.
It is scary, and not only till I have passed through it do I realise how bad it was. To live on air and coke. To read the Bible and pray so fervently because the alternative is frightening. To take long, meaningless walks that offer temporary relief. To look at your phone ring and be unable to answer for fear of human contact. To be around family and friends, to laugh and smile as pre-programmed, but not to FEEL. To be disconnected and disjointed. To be beyond unhappy. To be unable to find pleasure in the big things, and to sweat the small stuff. To watch television but not even see, to listen to music, but not even hear. To shut down, and shut out, the very people that love you. TO scream at your mom to leave you alone, because you know; if she stands in front of you long enough, she will see through all that you struggle to hold together

And the people that kill you? The ones that tell you to get over it. To pull yourself together. To move on.

Want to know how happy I am?
It is in the weight.

MARLEY AND ME

2009-03-30T15:29:00.000-07:00

The boyfriend (hereinafter referred to as 'TB') and i went to see 'Marley and Me' tonight. Totally TB's idea; never mind what he says! We saw a preview when we saw 'YES MAN' and he really liked it, i wasn't too sure!
So we went to see it and did we enjoy it?

Let's put it this way.

Marley and Me is marketed (via its previews) as a feel good movie!
Boy and Girl get married. Girl starts getting maternal, guy is not so sure. Guy's friend (who is a babe magnet extraordinaire), advises guy to get dog. Guy gets Marley who turns out to be a lovely terror who stays with family through thick and thin- yes, moving, children, fights and all.

Is the movie any good?

TB loved it, i liked it in bits.

Like i said, MARLEY AND ME is meant to be a 'FEEL GOOD' movie!
So when did feel good movies start making you THINK? CRY? and do more than just FEEL GOOD?
The acting is on point!
Loved Owen Wilson, and his friend (babe magnet doctor from GREYS ANATOMY), and the kids. Jennifer Aniston does funny and dramatic well, but not well enough to get the big drama roles i'm afraid.
IM SORRY, IT'S THE TRUTH!

There are too many stories in that movie
1. Marriage and the sacrifices we make (wherein in this movie, Jennifer makes more than Owen)
2. Marley (which should have stayed the ONLY story, cos they would have made a great movie from it)
3. The truth about parenting (It is not all gloss and glamour)
4. LOVE (it is not all gloss and glamour, sometimes you fight!)
5. Being fufilled (cos the grass is always greener on the other side, but one day, you have to go outside and say to your grass. You might not be greener than Sade's grass, but you are greener than Jacks! And even if you weren't, i love you grass! Always will. )

Too many stories, too many tears, too much thinking, not enough laughs, not enough feeling 'gooding'!

But should you see the movie?

YES

Cos it's still a pretty good movie!

Hip Hop World Awards Nominees List OUT!

2009-03-13T07:06:00.000-07:00

Hip Hop World has announced nominations for its' Award Show coming up on the 16th of May
As always, 'mo lenu pa', so i will now begin to tell you the categories, and make comments where neccessary!

ALBUM OF THE YEAR

ENTERTAINER by D’Banj
GONGO ASO by 9ice
PARADIGM SHIFT by Mode 9
TALK ABOUT IT by M. I.
UNSTOPPABLE by 2Face

Liking this category for the most part! I only have two issues and they are like one issue in one.
Why is Tu Face's album nominated for Album of the Year, but not Banky's?
I know people wonder why i put the two together but Tu Face's album could have been left as Best R 'n' B Album nominee alone! Whatever made it great enough for the cross over should have made Banky's album good enough too!
But lets not join issues sef!

I know Tu Face is an icon, and i love the man, but his nomination feels token!
Like when they gave Halle that Oscar!

2 ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

D’BANJ
P-SQUARE
TIMAYA
9ICE

On point!
ANd 9ice should win

3 SONG OF THE YEAR

“FALL IN LOVE” - D'Banj
“INCASE U NEVER KNOW” - 2Shotz
“GONGO ASO” - 9ice
“GOOD OR BAD ” - J. Martins

We all love 'Gongo Aso', and 'Fall In Love' isn't bad either, but 'Good or Bad' makes it just past the finish line before them!

4 RECORDING OF THE YEAR

“STREET CREDIBILITY” - 9ice
“NOT THE GIRL” - Dare Art Alade
“MICHELLE” - Etcetera
“CAN’T DO WITHOUT YOU” - Tuface Idibia

We have no thoughts here!
Rare

5 PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

TEE-Y MIX for “KI NI BIG DEAL” by Naeto C
DON JAZZY for “FALL IN LOVE” by D'Banj
ID CABASA for “GONGO ASO” by 9ice
TERRY G for “IN CASE YOU NEVER KNOW” by 2 Shotz
JESSE JAGZ for “SHORT BLACK BOY” by M.I

id cabasa jo

6 BEST MUSIC VIDEO (AWARD GOES TO DIRECTOR)

ALFONSO DORMUN for Bosi Gbanga by Eldee
JUDE OKOYE for Roll It by P-Square
DJ TEE for Pere by Mo'Hits All-Stars
IGHO for Naija Boy by Igho

Jude Okoye should take it

7. BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL ALBUM

GIFT AND GRACE by Timaya
ME MUSIQ AND I by Blackface
ICHIBAN by Chakka Da’ Souljah
MY SHINE by Black Solo

Err...

8 BEST R ‘N’ B/ POP ALBUM

ENTERTAINER by D'Banj
UNSTOPPABLE by 2face Idibia
ETCETERA by Etcetera
GONGO ASO by 9ice
MR CAPABLE by Banky W

We need an Alternative Music category for award shows; Etcetera's album has to go up against these essentially pop albums!
Nevertheless, great choices, and 9ice will probably win

9 BEST RAP ALBUM

TALK ABOUT IT by M. I.
PARADIGM SHIFT by Mode 9
SECOND TURNING BY THE RIGHT by Lord Of Ajasa
YOU KNOW MY P by Naeto C

Apologies in advance to every one else, we know how much effort went into your work, but TALK ABOUT IT has to win
It is the rap album that makes pop fans rap
It is the rap album that relies more on creativity and sheer genius than beef, disses and collabos with ALREADY KNOWN STARS!
It is the album that was pushed without a video (unless you count the video for Crown Mentality which technically does not count)

Infact, if this album dont win, dem go hear am!

10 BEST COLLABO

“STREET CREDIBILITY” - 9ice FT 2Face
“LE FENU SO” - Lord Of Ajasa FT 9ice
“GOOD OR BAD" - J Martins FT Timaya AND P-Square
“E FI MI SILE” - YQ FT Da Grin
“BUSH MEAT” - Sound Sultan FT 2Face & W4

I won't look at this category in terms of the singles themselves, i will instead look at it in terms of the COLLABORATIVE effort and...
STREET CREDIBILITY takes it!

11 BEST RAP SINGLE

“SAFE” - M I ft Djinee
“TALKING TO YOU” -Mode 9 ft Banky W
“WA WA ALRIGHT” - Kel
“KINI BIG DEAL” - Naeto C

This one is tough so thank GOD i do not have to vote!
I mean, the arguments for most of them are strong!
Chei!

12 BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE)

DARE ART ALADE for “NOT THE GIRL”
BANKY W for “DON’T BREAK MY HEART”
ETCETERA for “MICHELLE”
WANDE COAL for “TABOO”

Banky W for 'DONT BREAK MY HEART'

I am not arguing voices with anyone, just go listen to the vocal performances and delivery on each of those songs then come argue with me!
But come correct cos im not even playing!

13 BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)

OMAWUNMI for “IN THE MUSIC”
NIKKI LAOYE for “NEVER FELT THIS WAY BEFORE”
WAJE for “SOMEWHERE”

Omawunmi will win!
We need more female vocalists by the way!
More!
More!
More!

14 NEXT RATED

YQ (“E FI MI LE”)
MP (“PASA PASA”)
KEL (“WA WA ALRIGHT”)
D’JINEE (“LADE”)
OMAWUNMI (“IN THE MUSIC”)

Hmmn!
Id give it to YQ or KEl though!

15 HIP HOP WORLD REVELATION - Best new artiste

M I
BANKY W
NAETO C
NIKKI LAOYE

M.I will win
Or i will eat my bra straps!

16 AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR (NON NIGERIAN CATEGORY)

BUFFALO (“BUBBLE YOUR BUMZ”)
TINNY (“I DEY KOLO”)
DOGG (“CAN YOU FEEL IT”)
WITNESS (“ZERO”)

You say?

17 LYRICIST ON THE ROLL

MODE 9 for "NINE"
M I for "TALK ABOUT IT"
LORD OF AJASA for "ESA LO BA DE"
DAGRIN for "PON PON PON"

No peeps! No do this to me na!
Okay sha, me, i want Lord of Ajasa to win!
But Mode Nine should win!

18 BEST STREET HOP (single)

“E SA LO BA DE” - Lord Of Ajasa
“PON PON PON” - Da Grin
“04 KA SI BE” - DJ Zeez
“E FI MI LE” - YQ
“COLLABO” - DeeBee

E Sa Lo Bade
to ba fe win hip hop world award!

HHWA19 HIPHOP WORLD HALL OF FAME inductees

GRAND MASTER LEE
PHILLIP TRIMNELL

And there you have it folks

Opinions will boku, but in advance, i take a cue from Lord of Ajasa and 9ice
'Oun ti o ba wun anybody ni ko fenu e so...'

No-To-Rious!

2009-03-02T13:38:00.000-08:00

If i saw this movie with you, then you already know a bit about how i feel. No matter what i write here, there is one simple way to summarise how i felt at the end of the movie. But let's leave that till the end of this post!

NOTORIOUS, the movie about the life and times of Biggie Smalls, aka Notorious B.I.G, real name, Christopher Wallace.
You think you know a man, till they make a movie about him!

This movie is about Biggy, so do not expect it to be gritty and dirty. They will tell the 'truth', but just like 'American Gangster' and other movies made about the other black American heroes, everything will be excused, and everything will be treated so it don't look as bad.

Yikes, i got off on the wrong foot already. Let me backtrack!

Notorious traces Biggy's journey- from realising his father was never coming back, to getting into the life of bling he admired from afar while his mother pushed him to school, to getting caught, to falling in love, to fathering two kids, to rapping and meeting Puffy, to becoming a mega star, to the beef with Pac, to the death of the legend.
For Biggy is a legend.

It was a nice beautiful movie to watch. Oh i loved it. Simple, and could have been anybody's story. But you remind yourself; this isn't fiction, it's somebody's life oh!
The acting was good. Loved as always, Angela Bassett. Cinematography was a bit undecided, but i think they were trying to be gritty when it came to the dirt, and shiny everywhere else.
It was a funny movie not as a comedy, but with great dialogue, and mimic (Hats off for the depiction of Puffy).
It was also, sad.
Yes, you know he will die. It don't hurt less. And it don't hurt less when Tu Pac dies either. Plus, seeing how Li'l Kim just never got the man she loved tugged at our heartstrings a little as well. And who doesn't love a good ol' love story? Biggy was a man with a love story- three love stories infact.
Each different, each unique, each simple, yet complicated.

So NOTORIOUS is out.

Fans of Biggy and hiphop will love the movie. Movie fans will love the movie and probably forget its a real life story. But warning. If you love Tu Pac, or get caught up easily in the fray that is East Coast .v. West Coast, you may find yourself a little hurt.
Yes, it was Biggy's story, and in their defence, there was no mud-slinging. But we couldn't help but notice that scenes that had Biggy and Tu Pac in them had Tu Pac look like the razz thug, while Biggy looked like the preppy college kid!
Not once, but in EVERY. SINGLE. SCENE.
Which got tedious for me after a while!
And we may never know the real story behind the Biggy and Tu Pac debacle, but NOTORIOUS paints Biggy as a saint. A misunderstood saint.
Tu Pac wasn't mad; there had to be more to that story, so sorry, but we ain't buying!

So great movie, but as a Tu Pacalyst, two things stuck
- the saddest part of the movie for me was when Pac died, and my best song was 'Hit Em Up'
- either tell the story properly, or don't tell it at all.

Nuff Said!

(Almost) Everything You Need To Know About The UnRuly Ball!

2009-02-11T15:28:00.000-08:00

We’ve hinted, and you’ve asked, so we’re going to tell…but not everything (Gotta keep a lil’ bit of mystery, right?) about the UnRulies’ latest project.

• It’s a BALL…UnRuly Style
• It’s to raise money for 4 different charities
• We need your help

We’re asking for Partners, Volunteers, and Support.

Let’s break it down:
• Partners: Cough up the cash!
• Support: Services
• Volunteers: Well…volunteering! :o)

So much is going into this project, it’s our biggest one yet, and we’ll need a Venue, Food, Drinks, Décor, Hype, Techie know-how, Media coverage and so much more, so if you (or your business, group of friends, etc) want to donate your money (Partner), provide any of these services (Support) or just help out with the million and one small but mighty tasks that will have to be done to make this event a reality (Volunteer) we’ll love you forever! D

etails about the various charity projects will be revealed soon (remember what we said about mystery, lol?)

So contact us, or leave a comment here so we can get back to you!

Dem go hear am!

There once was one (1)

2009-02-10T07:29:00.000-08:00

There once was one before you
And he also looked into my eyes
He held my hands and promised
Then he took those same hands and broke them

I hear the words you say
I see your lips as they move
And then i see his eyes come through them all

There once was one before you
With words before you
With hugs before you
With promises before you
Look where i am now
Before you

25 random things about me

2009-02-08T01:56:00.000-08:00

1. I have mild doses of ocd. I tend to have to do things a certain number of times, i'm addicted to some numbers, have to step on patterns when im walking in a certain way, etc etc. Was worse when i was growing up but im better now!

2. Love love.

3. Was a prefect in secondary school! Loved it!

4. I always say, if you knew me without Jesus, you would be scared. Truth is, i have this journey spiritually, and i have been on it since forever! From hating God to being Born Again, to being a Theist, Atheist, and then a Theist again, to this point where i am where i finally admit that GOD is my all in all, i have been there. And know why GOD is GOD? Cos HE has never rejected me when i come crawling back!

5. I never dated the person i was most heartbroken about. Took me seven years to get closure, and sometimes i wonder if i am 100percent over him sef!

6. If you have watched 'YES MAN' you will understand this- i have been a 'YES MAN' for a better percentage of my life! I tend to say 'yes' to all opportunities, no matter how new or scary. Thats why my c.v is the way it is, that is why people never know what i DO.

7. I am not scared of dying. I am scared of living but not being alive.

8. Funke is my best friend. I love her so much for everything she is, and how, even when she does not get me, she still lets me be me.

9. After NYSC, i stayed at home for nine months doing NOTHING. As in, all i did was watch television and think!

10. I run s.h.a.r.e which people now know, but we have been at it for a while! s.h.a.r.e also started as a matchmaking organisation of sorts, and we have four couples to our credit. Very exciting! I am thinking of reviving that aspect

11. Osagie.

12. I am a christian, but i have to battle with two things- my love of bad habits (like smoking or drinking when i'm upset), and my belief in astrology (i am so proudly leo that i worry how to reconcile that with my faith!)

13. She does not know this, but TY BELLO has made two significant changes in my life
- In university, she preached to me in the least preachy way. When i went crawling back to GOD, it was cos i rmembered stuff she said!
- She did that documentary about Mama Ekundayo. Meeting Mama Ekundayo was profound for me!

14. I love black and green! I ALWAYS wear green, and Didi has been trying to catch me for a long time but no way! Even if it is a ring, i wear green!

15. People beef me now, just cos of me, but also because i am UnRuly. But, i love being UnRuly, and if you know how we met, and who we are to one another, you'd keep hating, but for the right reasons- cos we rock!
It doesn't matter though, i said 'YES' to UnRuliness so to speak, and i will see it through. LEt the beefing and the hating continue. Keep writing notes and articles, directly and indirectly about us; keep talking ish about my brothers and sisters. While you are hating, we are growing.

16. I respect REDSTRAT, TARA, KNIGHTHOUSE, OSAGIE, YELLOW DOG, a lot!
A whole lot!

17. Laugh about the fact that i have five personas and four skitsonas, but seriously though, i am just making lemonade out of lemons baby!
and speaking of which
the personas are: HAZEL, CON.tra.diction, NAIJA BLONDE, SPEECHgirl and TOSYN.

18. Facebook rocks and sucks! Almost equally!

19. Last year for me, was all about the choleric. Mehn! I worked, and kept working. Then January this year, the Melancholic tapped my shoulder and we couldnt function for a bit!
Im back though, but i am taking this year as a reflective year. GOD Moved my cheese so i could find new cheese or a new route!

20. I do not see the big deal in ARRANGED marriages! I think love and marriage are a gamble anyways. People date for seven years then break up, or are friends for three years, date, then end up hating each other! Its all a quagmire!
Having said that, dont stay in it cos of society!
I guess the balance is, take the traditional African / Nigerian values, and then stir in a good dose of Hollywood romance ideals!

21. If i could, i would wear jeans everywhere- shows, weddings, anywhere!

22. I love my legs even though they have all those spots where i was bitten by insects as a child! I feel very sexy when i wear short dresses!

23. I love performing as CON.tra.diction (singer). I really love it! Record labels, Show promoters, where you at?

24. I drink tea almost every morning! It is the most calming ritual i have. Oh wait, then there is praying in the bathroom.

25. Deyo Adebiyi loves and knows me more than i love and know myself sometimes!

KNIGHTHOUSE Presents... PURPLE! The Video!

2009-02-05T07:26:00.000-08:00

I keep telling you guys about 'PURPLE' the track featuring M.I, NYORE, and MO CHEDDAR, which was produced by KNIGHTHOUSE, and is the first single of the STREET SCRIPTURES mixed tape! Love the song, and play it everyday on TOP RADIO when i am on air, and now that the video is out, the excitement continues.
I make a cameo but blink and you will miss me!

Don't matter though, the real stars are the three artistes and the production house that deliver a song well worth every hype it gets!

So, because i seem to have forgotten how to work my way round technology, i will give u a link to Osagie's blog to see the video!
Read her blog as well while you are at it cos she writes well and good!

http://thismetalchic.blogspot.com/2009/02/kh-purple-ft-nyore-m-i-mo.html

Let me know what you think about the vid!!!!

First Day!

2009-02-03T06:54:00.000-08:00

Very Brief!

Started work at TOP RADIO today!

Woke up at 4am, my mom almost fainted when i started driving out at 4.30!
But i had to cos my show is 6-11am, Mon to Fri!

It was fun, and while i remember what the last song i played was (my dad's LOVE AND AFFECTION, off his album, SON OF JANUARY 15th), i cant for the life of me remember the first song i played!

Played Omawunmi, Rooftop, Kel, Timi, M.I, and 'Purple' off the Street Scriptures album bt Knighthouse!

I am excited, a little scared (of days to come), but grateful for this opportunity!

Like i say, i was too short for t.v, so i got right back on radio!

One fateful sat night...

2009-01-31T20:06:00.000-08:00

It all began with R
But maybe i should start from the very beginning, its always a good place to start.

My boyfriend and i (lets call him 'i') split up. As some of you already know, when 'i' and i split up, what should have been a, 'this does not look like it is working right now; shd we step back, be friends and try again down the line' split, turned ugly, and left me kinda withdrawn (no gory details you gbebos!)
So, there i was wondering if i would move on again (hence the poem in one of my earlier posts which you should now check out NOW)...
http://speechgirlbucknor.blogspot.com/2009/01/part-one.html

See?

I became scared to fall asleep for a bit. Not cos i would have nightmares, but cos i would have nice dreams where i would be back in a place where it was all okay. Then i would wake up and realise it wasn't, and i would feel like dying. As in, truly!
But then i met 'R'

Okay, i have always known 'R'. He is 'i's acquaintance; you know like how you have the big circle of friends where in the end, everyone knows everyone? Well, i knew 'R' before i met 'I' and 'R' and 'I' were friends before 'I' and I began dating.
Yikes
Im confusing myself jo!
Ill give nicknames or something jare

Anyways, i met Ramo, and we began chatting. First, i wanted to be sure we were still friends, cos sometimes, when stuff like that happens, you guys have to split friends! But Ramo and i were good! We began chatting about Ramo's girlfriend, about a mutual friend with bigger concerns right now than the green earth, and then we went off for Pounded Yam at Jevenik!
Then we sat in the car and listened to Alanis and spoke!
ANd he allowed me speak!

Men, please learn!
Girls do not need to be fixed!
When a girl is hurting, don't show up with cliches and say. 'He was not worth it'. Cos he was or we would not have been dating in the first place!
Just let us talk or cry or something!
Like my pastor had done the previous week, and like Ramo was now doing!
And when we were done, we hugged, he left, and i went in for a meeting with the UnRulies!

Next morning, not too much dread!

But as i got up, and went to LASU for the SAVE A SOUL concert, i realised there was a bigger life out there than my achy breaky heart!
Like how the Rooftop MCs, Kel, MI, Ruggedman, Weird MC and Djinee would show up for a concert in a tiny school (not the main LASU) and perform their biggest hits for free, just so a girl with a brain tumour can get treated!
And im there whining about heartache?
Shut up Tosyn!

From there, i went for s.h.a.r.e JUST BECAUSE drinks at LYDOS bar which was a laugh and a minute!

Everyone came! Alex Yangs, Kel (BRIEFLY), Osagie, Funmi Fatona, Mide Vodka, Omy Itsueli, Onyeka Onyekpe...
We drank, and chatted and spoke about vals day, and policemen, and music and life! We laughed, we argued, and we created superhero characters. Spoiler Alert! I am COKE GIRL, and Osagie is GATE MAN.
No, we didnt get it either!

Niji was meant to come, but he didnt!
I have known Niji since University! He gave me a teddy bear one valentines day, i wonder if he remembers! And while i am not ready to begin dating, i was hoping to hang out with him in a social environment!
That day will come later i guess!
In the meantime, s.h.a.r.e was fun, and then, when everyone left, i began a long discussion with Dimeji about why Leos and Aries cannot be together, even though all the astrology books say they should!
LOL
We aint done, cos you see, the Leo Female loves to argue, and an exasperated Aries Dimeji who just ended a relationship with a Leo Female felt i was channeling her! Now we gonna have drinks to talk about this!
Hmmn!
Someone better chaperone cos i no fit shout oh!

And how did i end this night?
By dancing with Nosa ALL NIGHT!

Nosa?

Yes oh!

I met Nosa last year.
He interesting in a 'is he a bad boy that will utterly shatter my world and reputation' kind of way?
Funny, at some point, the choice was between Nosa and 'I' and i picked 'I' as the sure bet. Thats why i dont gamble folks!
I suck!

Nosa is being understanding!
He knows that right now, im still venting and letting 'I' out!
But it was nice to be with him!

So, one funny night where i remembered a lot of things i have always known, and discovered new ones...

- the quickest way to get over one person is to get with another!
- okafors law... but in a pure sense! Its comfy to be with guys who knew you before and understand the madness already. Whether they feel ready to take it up again is another matter entirely!
- relationships end. It dont mean either party was terrible and will now be condemned to a life of loneliness! 'I' and I will be fine!
- first comes healing; then restoration!

It is just one night, and now i have to go and sleep!
Somehow, i doubt i will wake up lost

WHAT I AM LOVING AT THE MOMENT... Jan 2009

2009-01-31T00:35:00.000-08:00

Okay,
So i love talking about what i am up to at any given moment.forgive me, it is just that i was born with a diva attitude, I therefore assume everyone wants to know what i care about

Right now, i am loving...
MUSIC
Music wise, i am in a phase.
Who i am REALLY loving at the moment is the TRUE SCHOOL of music- M.I, Kel, BANKY and songs off the KNIGHTHOUSE STREET SCRIPTURES album!
But because i am in a phase, i am listening more to Jennifer Hudson, Rihanna (TAKE A BOW), Heather Hedley, and Yolanda Adams (cos only Jesus can save me fo' sho!). Banky, cd i pls have another Colbie album?
PLEASE?

I find that i am finally loving T.I
Not from the pop point of view, but he might actually make it to that list that previously had only Tupac and Eminem.
Hmmn!

MOVIE
Have no clue where all the nice movies are, but the last movie i saw and liked-ish was TRANSPORTER 3 which i will be reviewing soon!

MAN
Mehn!
Mehn!
Maybe i shd say it again!
MEHN!

PERSON
This has to be persons cos im loving the UnRulies right now, and if anyone dont like my friends, then they dont like me, and i dont like you, but cos God loves you, and loves me, we still good!
YEAH!

I am also, very grateful to Yinka Bello at the moment, and he knows why! Also loving Chris Ihidero for he has no cliches to offer, and Noble for being there, and Deyo who is just a friend i forget i have till stuff happens then we lean right back on each other! Thanks for the love and support you have shown at this period sister!... Love JIBOLA OLUBIYI cos she is JIBOLA and no one be like her, and love REMI for eating pounded yam with me and letting me know we would always be friends!
Im loving Kunle (you know who u are) for the movies and the shorts, and Alex, and Gbemi!
Ayodele Ayohla Adepoju... you know what that means!
And i love Teniola even as we say goodbye to each other!

EVENT
My favourite event despite one or two hiccups is the FUTURE AWARDS
I have not reviewed it yet, cos as some of you may know, i fell ill the week of the awards, but will review it!
In the review, i will tell u i thot Dare was brilliant and Onyinye was not, I did not win but Emmanuel deserved the award, M.I, Omawunmi and Rooftop rocked, i wore a lovely top but forgot to mosturise my feet properly, was made up by LABELLES TOUCH and looked like a rock star, and the UnRulies ruled the night!
Hmm, seems i have reviewed it!
LOL
No oh, there is still more to say so hang on!

As for upcoming events, the UnRulies will be throwing a ball with a difference soon!
Mehn, you know when that happens, Lagos go hear am!

MISCELLANOUS
Life will keep teaching us lessons till we learn them!
What lesson have you learnt today?

Kelly Rowland fires Beyonces Father

2009-01-31T00:27:00.000-08:00

I could have tried another headline, but this was my favourite!
Cos, even though Mr Knowles has always managed the other girls with their solo careers, i have always wondered what kind of chance they would ever have with Beyonces dad!

He does not have to mean them harm.
But really?
I am going to get a call from Beyonce's dad and not expect to talk about Beyonce?
And when we do talk about Kelly, would he fight as hard as he would have if it was Beyonce?

For me, it is the best move for both parties cos eveb Mr Knowles must know (lol) that people talk and are suspicious of him jo!

I have always loved Kelly.
The first Destinys Child vid i saw (the one with Wyclef), i got hooked on the girl with the cute hair cut!
They have been trying to shove Beyonce down my throat for years now and yes
- she can sang!
- she can dance

but she is not Kelly, and has never been to me!

I have also thought Kelly has been a bit silly putting her career in Beyonce's families' hands, but then again, they grew up 'practically like sisters' (YAWN).
Abeg jo!

Love a lot of Kellys songs, and truth is, Beyonce's star power is right now, almost uncontestable (i make words up as well, WHAT?). But good on Kelly for trying to do things another way!

Both parties (Kelly and Mr Knowles) claim the spplit was amicable, and we pray so!

Now Kelly, get your game on!
And could someone please tell Michelle to either go back to gospel music or put some clothes on?

part 2b... me leo female

2009-01-26T04:10:00.000-08:00

THIS ARTICLE IS TAKEN FROM THIS SITEhttp://www.novareinna.com/constellation/leolovecomp.htmlIT WAS NOT WRITTEN BY THIS BLOGGER,TOSYN FOUND SO MUCH COMFORT IN THIS ARTICLE THAT SHE IS IN A WAY, EXPLAINING HERSELF, AND ALSO FINDING CLOSURE!

The Leo female possesses a flair for the dramatic and clearly has little use for the routine and ordinary. She tends to act as though she is always on stage, basking in the spotlight so everyone who is anyone is sure to be aware of her presence. She may want to be head of the house and at times, behave in a totally unreasonable fashion in order to get her own way. Still, she will listen to reason if her good heart and generosity are appealed to. Affectionate, kindhearted and sincere, women governed by Leo have a deep love of children and make for excellent mothers who adore their homes...but when it comes to being domestic, they prefer being served rather than serving as mistress of the castle. This female is plainly an incurable romantic, forever in love with love...but such love must include affection. Personally magnetic, she has no problem in attracting potential mates...and if any mate should become jealous of her many admirers, it would be best to not let it show. This is because the Leo woman believes, on some level, that she is entitled to as many compliments as others are willing to shower upon her. This is a female who likes to be admired, but cannot abide a mate to chastize her for simply doing what comes naturally. Although she may appear to want to be won, it will be necessary for any potential partner to allow this woman to do the winning. Being involved with a female ruled by Leo will certainly enhance any mate's skills at courting and seduction...provided such mate possesses sufficient wisdom and stamina to survive the course. If an individual would achieve true happiness with this woman, it will be necessary to display pride at her many accomplishments...and be proud of her on a personal level. She requires virtually constant flattery and devotion. Never ever must she be catigated or criticized in public...to do so marks the certain kiss of death for the relationship. Similarly, a partner must never try to deceive this woman in any way whatsoever. She possesses a high degree of honor that should never be trifled with...and should she find any mate unfaithful, then that mate is doomed to spend much time in the doghouse.
The Leo woman is usually blessed with an almost stately appearance and can achieve great elegance...although she is not necessarily interested in clothes as articles of fashion. This female possesses a rather regal air, a sympathetic disposition and excellent social qualities. The woman ruled by Leo is a passionate soul who can easily be loyal and loving when in a secure relationship where she feels she is loved. However, she can become vindictive or bitter when she is scorned. Because this female has such high standards in so many spheres of life, other people rarely come up to her expectations. Still, this is not usually a source of worry to her unless the individual concerned is one with whom she is intimately involved. The Leo woman can show love, forgiveness and kindness to complete strangers or mere acquaintances and yet, may be critical and almost harsh to her loved ones if she feels they have failed her in some way. This is a female who is proud, hard-to-get and expects much from any partner but she has the ability to be self-sacrificing and totally unselfish in a long term commitment. As a mother, she tends to be overly conscientious on occasion, expecting the usual high standards from her children...nevertheless, they will never lack love or affection. There is no doubt that the Leo woman expects a great deal of her family, but she is also prepared to give of her utmost in return. Altogether fascinating, this female is something of an ambitious golden girl who likes to be free and independent...until her heart has been won and then, she is self-sacrificial in her giving. For a relationship to last, it will be necessary for any potential mate to be gallant, courteous and chivalrous. Proud and domineering from time-to-time, it would not be wise to allow this woman to constantly get her own way. She desires a partner who is ambitious and well-respected in society...and she prefers traditional conformity. Romantic, but often shy of displaying as much, the Leo female can be won with true old-fashioned love and chivalry.

part 2. this was me

2009-01-26T04:06:00.000-08:00

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http://www.novareinna.com/constellation/leolovecomp.html

IT WAS NOT WRITTEN BY THIS BLOGGER,
TOSYN FOUND SO MUCH COMFORT IN THIS ARTICLE THAT SHE IS IN A WAY, EXPLAINING HERSELF, AND ALSO FINDING CLOSURE!

Natives governed by Leo need constant attention in order to keep alive and warm. Here, there is a deep love for life and all of its possibilities, including luxuries. This love transfers magnificently into how Leo subjects express their feelings. When in love, individuals ruled by this Sign are supremely supportive and affection tends to grow stronger the more he or she feels that the chosen partner truly cares. In return, Leo will reward such a mate with true adoration. Leo natives are essentially romantic in a dramatic sense...and not afraid to show it. These are souls who enjoy pulling their loved ones out into their world and radiate when they feel their partners compliment some quality about themselves. Love is a thing of luxury to Leo and his or her mate will receive an abundance of personal attention, lust and emotions. Since Leo individuals are prone to judge themselves on what they have around them (hence their love of luxury), they can be somewhat appearance-conscious at times and may become overly critical of a partner's qualities, looks or talents. In truth, those who are governed by Leo truly require constant input to maintain their vitality and can, on occasion, be self-serving...sometimes to the point where it becomes egotistical. Still, love with a Leo native is like no other love and once these persons decide to give their hearts, they also give every inch of their souls...and here lies the Leo vulnerability. If their trust is broken, they are almost certain to crumble. Again, Leo subjects base their own self-judgments on those they adore. To remove the loved one from the picture is to take away the Leo identity in many ways. When natives of this Sign feel let down...and it usually takes a great deal...they either fall into an abyss of pain and depression, or become utterly cold and without feeling. The sexuality of those governed by Leo is as full of light and life as is their ruling Planet, the Sun. Generally, they are full of showmanship and expressive displays of attention. Leo natives enjoy the height of all feelings in ife and physical pleasure is just another glorious filed to explore. These are individuals who possess exotic tastes and ones who can be aggressive, passionate and encompassing in the romantic arena. It is important to remember that it is the love of life that inspires Leo natives and they can be wonderfully creative and experimental souls, particularly if they feel secure. Leo individuals are as proud in passion...or perhaps even more so...as they are in any other area of life. The more appreciated and cherished a Leo subject feels, then the more expressive and passionate he or she will become.
The gambling instinct is inherent in all Leo natives and this will also apply to their attitude regarding affairs of the heart. These are individuals who tend to take risks and sometimes, will make mistakes. Indeed, many Leo subjects marry more than once. The glorious optimism and warmth of Leo attracts similar type partners. When young, this Sign has no time or patience for the more timid sweetheart and those ruled by Leo will spend a great deal of time juggling with romantic prospects. Leo wants a partner of whom he or she can be proud. Thus, these natives are prone to fall in love with someone they admire. No sacrifice in the name of love is too great for Leo individuals but, once the loving has ceased, then any partner will need to beware since this Sign can be totally unforgiving when crossed. This may sound rather terrible but in truth, it is not. Leo subjects are proud and sunny souls who radiate warmth and happiness, but they are often not sufficiently subtle to detect the presence of unhappiness in those who are close to them. In short, they frequently fail to realize that all is not well in a relationship. Here, personal values provide much self-confidence, yet natives of Leo are continually disappointed in the actions and motives of others. This is why they are destined to be thwarted in love at least once. Still, Leo subjects are renowned for their ability to always come up fighting.
Perhaps the best technique to employ with Leo natives is praise since there is little else that those ruled by Leo appreciate more. While it is true that any potential partner may tire of looking for things to compliment about Leo, finding and voicing such flattering words will produce tremendous dividends. Natives of Leo are drawn to pleasure and pleasant people, so it may be best for any mate not to plan activities with them if in a bad or negative mood, or not up to par in general. Leo individuals are most appreciative of youth and concepts of youthfulness. Hence, a partner is most dear to Leo when he or she thinks, acts and feels as young as possible. They are also great admirers of creativity and imagination. Perhaps the most abhorrent trait to a native of Leo is the turning off of the spotlight when he or she is basking in its warm rays and this is something a potential mate must be careful to never do. Leo subjects cannot tolerate for long those who would constantly or repeatedly attempt to upstage them and are certain to display defiance toward anyone who seriously threatens their right of rulership. In short, those governed by Leo must always be given the leading role and any mate must be willing to accept, at best, a good supporting part.
When it comes to long term commitments, Leo individuals are rather high maintenance partners. They require attention, nurturing and pampering in order for the relationship to thrive. Any potential mate must be personally strong in himself or herself to enhance the partnership...but also willing to step occasionally into Leo's shadow. Those governed by Leo are protective to the death when it comes to loved ones. In a lasting union, these will be generous and expressive souls, provided such union is constantly stoked and fed. Failure to do this will result in the Leo fire sputtering and dying. If mistreated, it will flare and burn into something totally unpredictable but if maintained and tended, it will become a life-giving warmth that is everlasting. It is important to note that those governed by this Sign need to exercise much care and prudence in the selection of a long time mate since any misstep could result in a life of unhappiness. They should be particularly cautioned against hasty commitments of a long term nature at a young age and in most instances, it would it would be advantageous for them if they not take this step until well-settled in life. Any partner should be on an equal plane both socially and intellectually for longevity to be achieved.